But my research in the field of armed forces and society suggests this “show of force” creates a dangerous moral hazard. If ...

The military have been deployed to assist the police in crime fighting (including combating gang violence) in South Africa on regular occasions since the late 1990s. It was commonplace during the ...

Researchers at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have demonstrated hydrogen fuel cell-propulsion for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) ...

African countries are stepping up investment in aerial defence in 2026, with air power increasingly emerging as one of the continent’s most decisive military assets. In regions where conflicts can ...

Africa’s defence industry is at a pivotal moment as security threats intensify across the continent. ・Africa's defence sector faces significant strategic challenges due to escalating security threats.

Africa’s military landscape has continued to evolve, with several countries expanding their defence capabilities and strengthening their overall military power. According to the Global Firepower Index ...

The exercises were the second time in six months that President Cyril Ramaphosa appeared to be blindsided by his own military regarding relations with Tehran. By John Eligon and Zimasa Matiwane ...

Earlier this month, several members of the BRICS grouping conducted joint naval exercises, called “Will for Peace 2026” off South African waters. China led the training, participating alongside their ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. South Africa has launched an inquiry into Iran’s participation in joint naval drills with BRICS nations last week, apparently ...

NKOMAZI, South Africa — Army helicopters rescued people stranded on rooftops and hundreds of tourists and workers were evacuated from one of the world’s biggest game reserves, as torrential rains and ...